WSU Pumpkin Run 5k & 1k
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Distance
- Pumpkin Run 5k · Little Pumpkin Fun Run 1k (0-10) · Virtual 5K - Pumpkin Run
From the Organizer
Join us for the annual Pumpkin Run 5K on the beautiful Wichita State University campus!
Celebrate fall with fellow runners, walkers, and Shockers at one of Wichita State’s favorite traditions!
Pumpkin Run participants will receive an event T-shirt and Finisher Medal, with awards presented to top finishers in each age group and overall winners.
Can’t make it in person this year? Race with us virtually! You’ll still get this year’s shirt and medal, and you can complete your run on your own schedule.
Running with friends? Invite them to join using your personalized referral link! When five or more friends register with your code, you’ll earn $15 off your own registration through our Referral Program.
Little Pumpkins Welcome!
Our Little Pumpkin Run 1K Fun Run is perfect for kids 10 and under. Each child receives a T-shirt and Finisher Medal.
Charity Partner:
This year, $1 from every registration will go toward the 2026 Charity Partner: Suspenders4Hope™, supporting mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
70°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
18%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wichita Wx, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wichita, KS
Population
396,488
as of 2023
Elevation
1,303 ft
Nearest Airport
ICT
Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 131 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at WSU Pumpkin Run 5k & 1k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- WSU Pumpkin Run 5k & 1k
- Date
- October 17, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the WSU Pumpkin Run 5k & 1k?
- WSU Pumpkin Run 5k & 1k is a running race held in Wichita, Kansas on October 17, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the WSU Pumpkin Run 5k & 1k?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas at Wichita State University, Wichita, KS. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the WSU Pumpkin Run 5k & 1k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
WSU Pumpkin Run 5k & 1k
Oct 17, 2026